France vs. Morocco to Have 100% Argentine Referees at the World Cup
The quarter-final clash between France and Morocco at the World Cup, scheduled for this Thursday afternoon at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, USA, will be officiated by an arbitration team entirely composed of Argentine referees.
According to information released by Metrópoles – Esportes, referee Facundo Tello will lead the crew. The panel will also include assistant referees Juan Pablo Belatti and Gabriel Chade, along with fourth official Dario Herrera and reserve assistant Cristian Navarro.
Complete Crew
Facundo Tello will be in charge of officiating the decisive match. In the group stage of this World Cup, his work has already stood out in two games, leading the fixtures between South Africa vs. South Korea and Canada vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina.
World Cup History
Argentine referees will make their debut in the quarter-final round. This will be only the second encounter between France and Morocco in the history of international competition, with a French victory in the 1986 group stage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will the refereeing team for the France vs. Morocco match be entirely composed of Argentine referees?
Yes, confirmed by FIFA. The team will officiate the quarter-final match of the 2026 World Cup at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles.
What is the name of the main referee?
Referee Facundo Tello will be responsible for officiating the clash between France and Morocco, making this his second game in this Competition as the lead referee.